{"product_id":"dalmaine-co-4-key","title":"D'Almaine Boxwood \u0026 Ivory 4-Key, D","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis D'Almaine \u0026amp; Co 4-key boxwood flute exemplifies the craftsmanship of a respected London maker from the mid-19th century. The instrument is in remarkably exceptional condition for its age, with the light, responsive feel characteristic of quality boxwood construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe flute features a well-cut embouchure with a sweet, responsive tone that speaks readily across the range. Tuning is quite good overall, with minor adjustments easily managed through lipping: the F# responds well to a slight upward lip adjustment, while the A and B require only minimal downward lipping to bring into tune. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe instrument has been carefully maintained. The right-hand section shows a subtle hairline crack originating from the tenon that has been sealed, and there is a hairline crack on the socket ring of the right-hand section. These repairs are stable and do not affect playability. Overall, the flute remains in truly exceptional shape for an instrument of this vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eD'Almaine \u0026amp; Co operated as a London woodwind maker and music seller at 38 Soho Square during the 1836-58 period, continuing a legacy of instrument making excellence from earlier partnerships. The flute bears the characteristic London maker's stamp from this era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a genuinely playable antique flute with the character and responsiveness that makes period instruments rewarding for serious players.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Irish Flute Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46910997332194,"sku":"6sEsr-elze95","price":1499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2140\/2331\/files\/1Q7A7431.jpg?v=1768600193","url":"https:\/\/www.irishflutestore.com\/products\/dalmaine-co-4-key","provider":"Irish Flute Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}